Chubu Electric Power
Chubu Electric Power Co., Inc., commonly known as Chubu Electric, is a leading energy provider headquartered in Nagoya, Japan. Established in 1951, the company has grown to become a pivotal player in the Japanese electric power industry, primarily serving the Chubu region, which encompasses Aichi, Gifu, and Mie prefectures. Chubu Electric focuses on the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity, with a diverse portfolio that includes thermal, hydroelectric, and renewable energy sources. The company is recognised for its commitment to innovation and sustainability, positioning itself as a key contributor to Japan's energy transition. Notable achievements include advancements in smart grid technology and a strong emphasis on reducing carbon emissions, solidifying its market position as a forward-thinking utility provider.
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Chubu Electric Power's score of 28 is lower than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Chubu Electric Power's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Chubu Electric Power, headquartered in Japan, reported significant carbon emissions across various scopes. The company emitted approximately 260,000,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions, 3,050,000,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2 emissions, and a substantial 55,640,000,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions. This indicates a considerable reliance on indirect emissions, particularly from upstream activities. Chubu Electric Power has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing its carbon footprint. However, the company has been actively monitoring its emissions, with a focus on improving its carbon intensity in electricity production. For instance, the carbon emissions per kWh have shown variations over the years, reflecting ongoing efforts to enhance efficiency. The company's commitment to addressing climate change is evident, although specific pledges or targets have not been outlined. As the energy sector increasingly shifts towards sustainability, Chubu Electric Power's future strategies will likely need to align with global climate goals to reduce overall emissions and enhance its environmental performance.
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Add to project| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 56,400,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 10,540,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Chubu Electric Power is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
